The Appley
4 Star Guest Accommodation
Access Statement
Introduction
The Appley is located in
central Shanklin
and offers Ten Guest rooms. The Appley is over One hundred years
old and whilst we aim to meet the needs of all our guests there
are some period features which might make access difficult for
people with limited mobility. We have rooms at different levels,
with our dining room being down one flight of stairs, and
therefore steps into some of the rooms. These make The Appley
not suitable for wheelchair users.
Pre Arrival
1
We are located in Queens Road and is easily accessible both by
car, bus or foot.
2
The nearest shops are approximately 5 minutes away.
3
The
Shanklin Bus station is only a short walk away by Somerfield's
supermarket. Buses run frequently to all parts of the island.
4
The
nearest railway station is situated at the top of Regent Street
and is approximately 1/2 mile away. Taxis are usually available
at the station but we can book one for you in advance if
required.
5
There
are several local taxi companies; we can make bookings in
advance for you.
6
We
regret that we are unable to accommodate pets.
7
We
regret we do not have facilities to prepare documents in
Braille.
8
Our
website
www.theappley.com provides pictures of our
accommodation and further information about the services we
provide.
9
You
can contact us by telephone, text, e-mail or fax. Please see the
“Contact Information” section of this document for full details.
Arrival and Car Parking
1
Please advise us of your anticipated arrival time so that we can
be sure we are here
to welcome you.
2
To ensure your accommodation is ready we ask that guests do not
normally arrive
before 2.00pm. Earlier arrival
may, however, be possible by prior arrangement.
3
Off Road Parking is available at the front and side of The
Appley. Please park
within the marked bays.
4
We offer assistance with luggage.
Main Entrance
1
There are three steps of 9 inches up to the front door with a
hand rail on one side.
2
The front door is normally open but please ring the bell on your
arrival.
Guest Accommodation – Public Areas
1
There are 4 Guest Bedrooms situated on the ground floor, along
with the Bar Lounge
and Reception.
2
There is one step up into Room 6.
3
There are two flights of stairs up to the first floor where the
remaining guest rooms
are situated, The stairs are carpeted, with
hand rails either side
4
There is a Guests toilet available on the half landing to the
first floor…
5
There is a Bathroom with bath / shower that can be made
available to guests during
the day / evening with one step down to
reach it.
6
The Appley is centrally heated throughout.
7
The Reception area has a wide variety of literature of places to
see on the island.
There is a payphone available for guests.
Bar Lounge and Dining Room
1
Guests are welcome to use the Bar /Lounge at any time.
2
The Bar/Lounge has straight back chairs and tables with the
licensed bar, which is
open in the evening from 9:00pm. This room has a
television and a selection of games.
3
The Bar Lounge is carpeted and double doors that open onto the
veranda.
4
A selection of local information, maps, magazines and board
games is available in the
lounge.
5
Breakfast and evening meals are served in the dining room.
6
The dining room has a carpeted floor and is situated down one
flight of stairs with
hand rails either side.
7
We are licensed for the sale of alcohol to residents only.
Bedrooms
1
All bedrooms are carpeted throughout.
2
There are en suite facilities in all rooms consisting of a
shower, WC and wash basin.
3
Tea and coffee facilities are provided.
4
We also provide a hair dryer in all rooms
5
We provide fresh towels and face cloths.
6
There is an iron and ironing board available on request.
7
Our Beds are normally made with Duvets but Sheets and Blankets
are available.
Please request before arrival.
8
There are Clock Radio alarms and Television in all Bedrooms
9
There is a wardrobe, chest of drawers in each room
10
There is a folder in each bedroom which contains further
information about The
Appley and details of emergency contacts
including doctors and hospitals, Places to
eat, Places to Worship etc.
Bedroom 1
1
Bedroom 1 is to the left at the top of the stairs on the First
Floor.
2
This room can provide either a Twin or a double bedded Room
3
This room has rear facing window.
Bedroom 2
1
Bedroom 2 is second left at the top of the stairs on the first
floor
2
This room is Front facing with one Bay Window and One smaller
window.
3
This room has one double bed
accessible from both sides
Bedroom 3
1
Bedroom 3 is third on the left at the top of the stairs on the
first floor
2
This room is Front facing with one Bay Window and One smaller
window.
3
This room is the Family Room
4
This room has One double bed and One set of Bunk Beds.
Bedroom 4
1
Bedroom 4 is on the right at the top of the stairs on the First
Floor
2
This room is Side facing with One window.
3
This room has one double bed
accessible from both sides
Bedroom 5
1
Bedroom 5 is right at the top of the stairs on the First Floor.
2
This room is Rear facing with One window.
3
This room has one double bed
accessible from both sides
Bedroom 6
1
Bedroom 6 is on the Ground Floor at the bottom of the stairs to
the First floor.
2
This room is Rear facing with One window.
3
This room has one double bed
accessible from both sides
4
There a 6 inch step into the room.
Bedroom 7
1
Bedroom 7 is on the Ground Floor.
2
This room is Side facing with One window.
3
This room has one Single bed accessible from one side only.
Bedroom 8
1
Bedroom 8 is on the Ground
Floor at next to the Front Door
2
This room is Front facing with One Bay Window.
3
This room has one double bed
accessible from both sides
Bedroom 9
1
Bedroom 9 is on the Ground Floor behind the Bar Lounge.
2
This room is Rear facing with One window.
3
This room has Two Single Beds
accessible from both sides
Bedroom 10
1
Bedroom 10 is on the Lower Floor at the bottom of the stairs to
the Ground floor and
next to the Kitchen.
2
This room is Side facing with One window.
3
This room has one double bed
accessible from both sides
Garden
1
We have a large Front garden with lawn and Flower beds
2
Guests are very welcome to enjoy our garden at all times.
3
There are 3 steps of 9 inches into the garden.
4
There is no seating available in the garden.
5
There is a Veranda outside the garden door which can be accessed
from the Front door
or the Bar when it is open.
6
There is Bench seating available on the veranda.
Additional Information
1
There is a fire extinguisher in the entrance hall and another at
the top of the guest
stairs.
2
In the event of a fire the Fire Alarm will sound in all rooms.
Please advise us if you
have a hearing impairment and might not hear this.
3
The building can be evacuated via the front in the entrance
hall. In an emergency there
is also an exit via our kitchen which is to the
right at the bottom of the stairs.
4
As per regulations Smoking is strictly prohibited in ALL areas
of the premises.
5
We are happy to cater for special diets or any particular likes
or dislikes. Please
advise us of these before your arrival.
6
We are happy to refrigerate any medication. We can also keep any
perishables (such
as clotted cream!) in our fridge for a limited period.
7
Mobile phone reception at the cottage is generally ok but in
some of the surrounding
area there is no signal.
Contact Information
1
Address:
The Appley Hotel, 13 Queens Road Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37
6AW.
2
Telephone number:
01983862666 When we are away from home this number is
diverted to our mobile phone.
3
Mobile Phone:
for text messages 07966722663
4
Fax Number:
01983 863895
5
E-mail
address:
enquiries@theappley.com
6
Website:
www.theappley.com
7
We
are open all year apart from our annual holiday at the end of
the year.
Future Plans for The Appley
1
In February 2008 we are having new carpet fitted throughout the
hallways and stairs.
2
We
are planning to refurbish Two bedrooms in 2008
3
The fire alarm system will be upgraded in 2008.
If you require further details or have any comments about the
services we provide, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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